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Poor Man Husband Casserole

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πŸ’° Stretch your grocery budget with this incredibly satisfying casserole that transforms simple ingredients into a hearty, protein-packed meal the whole family will love
🏠 Perfect for busy weeknights, this dump-and-bake recipe requires minimal effort while delivering maximum comfort and flavor that rivals more expensive dishes

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x

Ingredients

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8 ounces cooked egg noodles

1 Β½ pounds ground beef

2 cans (30 ounces total) tomato sauce

8 ounces softened cream cheese

8 ounces sour cream

2 teaspoons minced garlic

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon sugar

ΒΌ teaspoon salt

ΒΌ teaspoon pepper

1 Β½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

1- First, cook your ground beef in a skillet until it’s browned, then mix in the seasonings, tomato sauce, and other flavors to build a rich base.

2- Next, layer the cooked egg noodles with the cream cheese and sour cream mixture in a baking dish for a creamy texture. Top it all with shredded cheddar cheese and pop it into the oven at 350Β°F for 20 to 25 minutes until it’s bubbly and lightly browned.

3- After baking, let it rest for a few minutes to make serving easier and enjoy the comforting blend of flavors.

4- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F and prepare all ingredients for smooth cooking.

5- Cook the ground beef and combine it with minced garlic, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce in a skillet.

6- Mix the softened cream cheese and sour cream together in a bowl.

7- Layer the cooked egg noodles in a baking dish, add the beef mixture, then spread the cream cheese mixture on top.

8- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over everything and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.

9- Remove from the oven and let it sit before serving to keep the layers intact.

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Notes

πŸ₯© Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for ground beef to reduce fat and calories while maintaining the hearty texture
πŸ§€ For extra flavor, add a cup of frozen vegetables like peas or corn to the beef mixture before layering
⏰ This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking – just add 5-10 minutes to the baking time

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American Comfort Food
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (1/5 of recipe)
  • Calories: 859
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 650
  • Fat: 61
  • Saturated Fat: 35
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20
  • Trans Fat: 1
  • Carbohydrates: 25
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 52
  • Cholesterol: 180